Kubota BX Series vs Massey Ferguson GC1700 in Ruston, Louisiana | Ruston Tractor

Shopping around for a sub compact tractor near Ruston, Louisiana? Thinking of buying a Kubota BX Series, but you’re having reservations after seeing the Massey Ferguson GC1700 Series? At Ruston Tractor, we’re big supporters of the sub compact power that the Kubota BX Series brings to your property and we’d love to showcase a few features that let it triumph over the Massey Ferguson GC1700 Series. Let’s take a look before you stop by for a visit at Ruston Tractor! 

 

Learn more about the Kubota BX Series

 

We know what you’re thinking-- the Kubota BX Series is smaller than you expected, but don’t let it’s size fool you. You’ll find a steel hood, fenders, chassis and foldable ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) are all designed to handle your demands and fend off wear-and-tear. The BX Series has a clear commitment to operator comfort, largely due to its deluxe suspension seat, ergonomically placed controls, flat operating station and tilt steering wheel. You also have the option of an available cab for year-round comfort in your sub compact tractor. So, how does the Kubota BX Series compare to the Massey Ferguson GC1700 Series? The GC1700 Series features steel parts of its own, as well as a fixed ROPS across the series. You’ll find ergonomically placed controls, a rubber floor mat and tilt loader joystick are all easy on the operator and the series has an available cab of its own. The Kubota BX Series features nearly two more inches of ground clearance than the GC1700 Series, letting you rise above obstacles and make use of everything the sub compact tractor has to offer. It is the best selling sub compact tractor in the USA, after all. Don’t start seeing red-- get the most for your money with the Kubota BX Series! 

 

Ready to talk about sub compact tractor performance? Let’s get to it! Kubota manufactures the engines for the entire BX Series (BX1880, BX2380, BX2680 and BX23S), providing you with a horsepower range of 16.6 to 24.8 horsepower. A two-range hydrostatic transmission assists you in putting power where you need it, exactly when you want it, while 19.5 maximum PTO horsepower allows you to make use of a large range of Cat I attachments and implements. The Kubota BX23S even has an available backhoe attachment, something you don’t find very often in a sub compact tractor. But how does the BX Series compare with how much horsepower the Massey Ferguson GC1700 Series has? Powered by Iseki engines, the four sub compact tractors in the GC1700 Series give you a 22.5 to 24 horsepower range. They come standard with cruise control and feature similar PTO horsepower to the BX Series, but their hydraulic gpm is slightly higher than Kubota’s. Our take? It shows craftsmanship when a manufacturer builds their equipment from the ground-up and Kubota does just that with the BX Series. You’ll also find a deep fuel tank, higher lift capacity and wide network of dealers with available parts and service when you choose Kubota. The power you need, the confidence you need and the excitement you need in a sub compact tractor is all available in the Kubota BX Series. All that’s missing is you. 

Ready to take the next step? We’d be more than happy to walk you around the BX Series, run you through its systems and answer any questions you may have. You can give us a call, use the locations tab for directions to our store or fill out our contact form and we’ll have our team get in touch with you. We look forward to working with you at Ruston Tractor, proudly serving Ruston, Louisiana and the surrounding area!